WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY – PARENT OPPORTUNITIES

Age Group

Ways to Get Involved

Early Years

• You can use these videos to introduce your child to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (video 1, video 2, video 3)
• Talk to your children about why their voice matters
• Ask your child about the rights that are most important to them but remind them that they have access to all their rights.
• Throw a “Rights” party with your child, celebrating the UNCRCs
• When reading books with your child, consider where there are situations that other children aren’t having their rights met (eg: Cinderella). There are also books specifically about the Rights, such as ‘Let’s Explore Our Rights’ and others included in this reading list from Amnesty International UK

and UN Women.

Primary Years

 Secondary

• You can use these videos to introduce your child to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (video 1, video 2)
• Use the Child Friendly version of the UNCRC to talk to your child about their rights
• Research and discuss organizations that protect children’s rights within your local community, and beyond
• Have an open dialogue with your child about using their voice – Why it is important, What happens when they do not use their voice, How and when to speak up, and how to ensure we treat others with Dignity and Respect